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Eating • Exploring • Fun • Services • Shopping July 2014

Beachin’ Your guide to life on the Alabama Gulf Coast

FLYBOARDING new extreme water sport PLUS Watersport listings Outdoor activities at the Gulf Adventure Center

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Hello there...

With the summer heat upon us, it becomes a mission to find that shade or body of water to cool off. July offers an abundance of water sports such as fly boarding, sailing, water skiing, parasailing and fishing that are sure to help beat the summer heat.

The highlight of July, Independence Day, is one of the most popular holidays for vacationing on the Coast. The holiday draws in beach bound patriots from all over.

With the outdoor activities at Tacky Jacks, the Peter Frampton and the Doobie Brothers concert at The Wharf and The Blue Marlin Grand Championship, July is one of the most exciting months at the beach.

Summer is in full throttle so bring on the fun in the sun!

— Destiny Brown

Like us on Facebook at Beachin’ Magazine BEACH ACCESS There are no fees for beach access, and parking is free at most of these public beaches.

Florida Point Located 0.3 miles east of Perdido Pass Bridge Cotton Bayou Located at the intersection of Highway 182 and Highway 161

Romar Beach Located 6.8 miles east of Highway 59 The Gulf State Park Pavilion Area Located six miles east of Highway 59. $6 fee to park all day ($12 for large vans).

Gulf Shores Public Beach Located where highway 59 dead-ends. $5 to park all day.

Gulf Shores Second Street Public Beach Located two blocks west of Highway 59.

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Our cover photo is courtesy of Orange Beach Flyboard.

new extreme water sport PLUS Watersport listings Outdoor activities at the Gulf Adventure Center

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Flyboarding is a growing water sport on the Gulf Coast. Participants can propel up to 50-feet in the air with the help of a jet pack under their feet. Find out more on page 6.

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contents Flyboarding Plus a list of local watersports Dierks Bentley Concert at The Wharf Show Us How You Beach It Q&A with Tom Johnston of the Doobie Brothers Get Hooked

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Who’s on the Island?

Susan Sizemore 26 What to Do 30 Music listings Local bands and shows 36 Coastal Photography Club Fourth of July plus wildlife photos by Chase Brown GCAA Summer Camp 38 Fine Arts Camp features opera 40 Gulf State Park Summer activities 42 Beachin’ Churches Dining Guide 43-64 44 Local Flavors Kitty’s Kafe

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New extreme water sport makes waves in the Gulf

By Destiny Brown Flyboarding is growing to be one of the most popular water sports on the Gulf Coast.

Listed in the extreme sport category, flyboarding is similar to wakeboarding.

The difference in the two sports is the two jets under a flyboard that can propel you up to 40 feet in the air.

The flyboard is connected to a personal watercraft, such as a waverunner, using approximately a 55-foot hose. Power is generated through the host to the jets, and the take-off be-

gins.

The lengthy hose allows the user to take a dip into the water or soar straight into the air like a superhero. The flyboarder is total control of their direction.

Flyboarding requires some coordination, but most easily adapt within 10 minutes on the board.

Prices for the adventure vary depending on the length of your ride.

Photo courtesy of Orange Beach Flyboard

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If you are interested in participating in this exciting new sport locally, visit one of these locations.

Flyboard Bama - 26189 Canal Road, Orange Beach, 8 a.m. – 7 p.m., flyboardbama.com, 855-524-8837 Orange Beach Flyboard - 5749 Bay La Launch Ave., Orange Beach, orangebeachflyboarding.com, 251-223-6607

Other Watersports PARASAILING

Chute for the Skye Parasail - Tacky Jacks in Orange Beach and Caribe Marina, ChuteSkyeParasail.com; 251-979-2475 ABC Parasailing at Caribe Marina - 251-981-9080

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Dierks Bentley on the lineup at The Wharf • ADMIT ONE

Dierks Bentley has proved his country, bluegrass and all around musical talent through an abundance of projects throughout his superstar career.

His latest album, “Riser,” follows the artist's country chart topping reputation.

Bentley is currently touring to promote the new album and will make a stop at The Wharf for a performance with up-and-coming Nashville band Brothers Osbourne.

Bentley's 2012 album, “Home,” has three consecutive chart-topping hits, marking 10 career No. 1 songs for Bentley. His five previous studio albums have sold more than five million copies, were nominated for 11 Grammys and earned him a spot at the Grand Ole Opry.

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Songs You Know

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Q&A

with Tom Johnston of the Doobie Brothers

By Destiny Brown The Doobie Brothers is a legend in the music business. The band has had numerous accomplishments during its career and is still touring across the country. Tom Johnston, lead singer and guitarist of The Doobie Brothers, gives Beachin’ an exclusive interview on the band’s newest collaboration with a variety of country artists, performing with Peter Frampton and more.

Q: A:

When was the last time The Doobie Brothers had a performance in Orange Beach?

We played in Orange Beach with Peter about seven years ago. We’re playing with him again, which is interesting because we haven’t played with Peter Frampton since then. We’re going to be back touring with him this summer and playing at that particular venue with him again.

Q: A:

What’s it like touring with Peter Frampton?

He is a lot of fun to work with. He’s a great guitar player, a great singer and has really got a lot of songs.

The crowd loves him. Put us together with him, and you’re covering a wide variety of not only music style only, but songs people have known for years. And that’s a great thing.

Q: A:

What are some of the band’s greatest accomplishments?

I don’t know if there’s one thing that sticks out. The accomplishment is to be playing all of these years and still be able to have full shows that people come to, are excited to be there and know the songs and the band. The fan base is growing exponentially. It’s a big demographic of people our age to teenagers that discovered the band through streaming or downloading or whatever. It’s really cool to have all of these ages represented out there, knowing the songs and really digging the band. It’s a fun thing to do and we love playing for people so it’s a great combination.

Q: A:

What kind of show can fans expect at The Wharf?

I think what makes anybody happy, speaking for artists, is interacting with the crowd. That’s what our band’s about. We love playing live because we love getting the crowd into the songs, getting the crowd into the set and changing the set up so it’s not the same form every time they hear it. Maybe rearrange some of the tunes. And we have the gratification of them singing along and knowing the songs.

Q: A:

What is the band currently working on?

We have a new compilation album we just finished with all of these country artists for Sony. It’s songs that have been out for a while, and it’s really special to have these artists evolve, singing and playing on the tunes. It makes it a really fun project to do. Country artists include Zac Brown, Chris Young, Toby Keith, Brad Paisley, Sara Evans and more, and they all each did a song.

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It was a beautiful summer morning when we left Fairhope, low humidity and not a cloud in the sky. We were on our way down to Orange Beach to check out a business that many of our friends have told us about, this Englishman who had opened a Hair Salon on the beach with his daughter Emma. My hair is very important to me and getting a good haircut is a must, and that is what Anthony Jones is known for and excellent hair color to boot.

We have both been very dissatisfied with the last few attempts on designing our hair to suit our lifestyles; most of the so called stylists did not take into consideration our age or understand that we both want to look great without a lot of fuss and bother.

The traffic was a bit heavy due to the summer visitors, but we arrived on time to this charming yellow and white beach house on the beach road with a fabulous view of the Gulf of Mexico. We were greeted warmly by Anthony and Emma and they ask us if we would like a cold drink or a glass of wine before he started making us beautiful.

Pam, my friend, went first since I was a little chicken after the last experiences. Anthony directed her to a styling chair and went on to explain the ten most important rules in designing a custom hairstyle to suit her. He first looked at her face shape and explained that there are five face shapes out there and told her her face shape was oval. The next was bone structure and head shape, after that was the type of her hair, the texture of her hair, then what sort of condition her hair was in, followed by the way the hair grows out of the head, plus cow licks, then her likes and dislikes and fashion. Wow! What a lot of things to get right.

So then Emma started with a relaxing shampoo and deep conditioning, then for the next 30 minutes Anthony’s hands were a sea of motion, lastly a quick blow dry with hardly any fuss and presto she was finished! She was so happy and she could not believe the difference in her hair.

Now it was my turn, my hair especially in the summer

gets very frizzy and dry; I have tried everything out there for my hair with no success! Anthony explained that commercial hair products are made different to professional hair products. Commercial shampoos are made of mild detergent and the conditioners are based on petroleum oil. Where professional hair products are pure and natural and give back to the hair, he also went on to say that we should all wash our hair every day and condition our hair the same.

Anthony explained that at all times our hair has to have at least 8% moisture in it the same as our skin, we should treat our hair the same way as we treat our skin, by moisturizing it every day which made a lot of sense to me, since the last stylist told me not to wash my hair every day because in her mind it would dry it out.

Anthony explained to me that yes using some drug store products would dry your hair out if washed daily. After we went through the ten rules, he took me to the shampoo area and treated me to the best shampoo and conditioning my hair had ever had.

While shampooing, Emma explained to me what I should do in the morning in the shower, again stressing no over-the-counter hair products, that’s why my hair is dry and frizzy. After shampooing and before conditioning, towel blot the hair because the hair is porous like a sponge, putting any conditioner on one’s hair when it is full of water will not go into the hair itself, so blot it first then apply the product and leave it in while you are washing yourself. Then before you leave the shower, rinse and count up to 10 slowly and stop, just rinse the excess and no more.

After she explained to me the hows & whys, I understood. They are like hair doctors, if we listen and do what they says it works! Anthony has his own line of products and everything he used on me was his and believe me the stuff works. The cut he gave me was wonderful; I walked out a new woman and so did Pam, no more frizzes! Oh, by the way he used a great product before he dried my hair called “POTION.” It is a gel with a lot of healing features with body, fabulous! I bought a bottle. Best money we ever spent and yes, we are definitely going back. He is a true professional.

Well worth a visit!

Anthony’s Salon is on the beach road in Orange Beach; their phone number is 251-974-1514.

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July is a great month along Alabama’s Gulf Coast.

Here are some species of fish and tips for fishing at this time of year.

Specks

Specks are all over Mobile Bay. All of the inshore reefs will be holding specks early mornings before the traffic picks up.

I try to never drop my hook on these reefs. I’ve lost too many to ignore that lesson.

I often tie off up current on one of the pilings around the reef and let some line out. Go to where the concrete is stacked the highest. These stacks will hold most of the bait, so try those spots first.

If some loud fishermen got there before you, the specks may have been spooked. Give these spots an effort and if you get no bites, move on to some other spots on the reef.

I often use live shrimp under popping corks on these reefs. If you can catch some corkers, they will work even better than shrimp. Bait fish make for a clean bite.

If plastics are your choice, use them as you would shrimp under the corks. If you feel the need to work the plastics, just remember there are snags on the reefs.

White Trout

Around the outside of the reefs, you may find some white trout.

These fish come in a huge schools and are very hungry. I use live or dead shrimp, squid, cut bait and sometimes cut gulp baits. They work very well.

The bag limits on white trout allow for one person to keep one ice chest full of fish.

If the reefs are void of trout, hit the local oyster bars using the same systems as you did on the reefs.

As you move from spot to spot, keep an eye open for gulls diving on bait. That usually means there are fish under the bait pushing them to the surface. If the bars don’t work for them, move to the inshore gas rigs.

Inshore Gas Rigs

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Anchor up current so you line up on a pilling or rig support. These gas rigs will hold huge numbers of specks as well as flounder and sheepshead. The rig legs catch logs and such and will create a large tangle around the rig. While you may be able to fish the bottom around the rig, it may work better for you to use

a slip cork, which allows you to set the depth of your bait.

Rig fishing require a lot of casting, but the results can be really rewarding for you and your fishing friends.

Bull Red Fish

After you’ve had enough trout fishing, and if the tide is running out, then you might buff up your tackle to around 30-pound test and at least a 5/0 kahle hook and you can catch or buy some pogies.

I would move to Alabama’s Dixey Bar. The bull red fish should be on the bar feeding on the pogies as they move off shore.

All you need to do is drift your bait on the bottom across the sand bar and hold on.

These red fish are real bulls when hooked and will fight to the end.

You could hook jacks, kings, sharks, black drum and sometimes cobia. Remember the limits on red fish. If you catch more than your limit of oversized red fish, be sure to revive them before dropping them head first into the water.

To revive them, grab the tail end and pump the fish head first up and down in the water forcing the water to wash over their gills.

When they start to kick their tail, lift the fish up and drop it head first into the water. This allows the fish to torpedo down deeper in the water and eases the pressure on their body so they can work fresh salt water over their gills on their own.

It’s a great time to fish in the bay and the Dixey Bar. Fish are everywhere, and given a little practice and watching other fishermen, you should have some good success on the water. Just remember to know and obey the game and fish laws. The fines can be stiff and will surely ruin a good day on the water. Also be sure to know the rules of the road; watch your wake, have the life jackets needed, have a valid license and keep only what you are allowed to keep.

Life is good and so is the fishing.

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Capt. Mark asks,

‘Who’s on the Island?’

Born and raised in Alabama, Susan Sizemore is a true southern Lady who is pure class. I had the privilege of meeting her a few years ago at a function of the Coastal Alabama Business Chamber of Commerce and was impressed by her back then. Now that I’ve gotten to know her, I am even more impressed. She’s hard working, dedicated and believes in going out of her way to help others.

Susan was born in 1949 in Tuscaloosa. While she was still young, her parents moved the family to Montgomery. Her dad, Otis “Joe” Goodwyn, was a lawyer and served in the legislature for 16 years. So moving to Montgomery just seemed right. As Speaker pro tem of the State Senate, he became lieutenant governor when Lurleen Wallace died.

Susan’s mom was the assistant tourism director for the State of Alabama.

Since Susan’s parents moved to Montgomery when she was still baby, she went to school there. She then went on to Tuscaloosa to attend the University of Alabama. She double majored in education and human and environmental sciences. She graduated in 1970.

Susan was a commercial sewing instructor at a technical vocational school and later taught home economics and human and environmental sciences at Baker High School in Mobile. Her family made several moves before moving to Lake Guntersville, where her three children grew up. While ther,e she tried her hand as a sales agent for a real estate company.

Susan then inherited and operated a Rodeway Inn Lodge, finding it both challenging and fun. In 1975, the family purchased property in Orange Beach. She had no trepidations when they finally moved to the island for her husband to start Vision Bank. She could live here full time. As she says, “We finally got it right!”

They had purchased a house on Ono Island and lived there until it was destroyed by Hurricane Ivan.

After her divorce, Susan needed insurance, so she started looking around for a job. Buddy Skipper, a family friend, told her if she came to work for him at Tacky Jacks she would be eligible for insurance under their group plan. She was hired as the marketing director, and it fit right into her work experience. She was great with people and had good business sense as well.

That was six years ago, and Susan still loves what she does. Her job is to work with the public. She does all of Tacky Jacks’ ads for radio, magazines, flyers and newspapers. She goes to businesses, promoting the restaurants with coupons and other promotions, and she represents Tacky Jacks where a rep is needed.

“If you want to get something done, find a busy person and ask them to do it.” Apparently, a lot of people have asked Susan to help.

She’s involved with the Coastal Alabama Business Chamber as the chairman of the Board of Directors and has served as the vice president of its Membership Council, vice president of Retail and Business Services, Chamber Ambassador and on the Shrimp Festival Committee. Susan is also involved with the American Heart Association and has served as its Art for Heart Event Chairperson and on the Art for Heart Board for the past eight years.

She has served on the Board of Directors of the Lighthouse

for Abused Women and Children of Baldwin and Escambia counties, and a volunteer for their Annual Sunset Supper event. She’s been MARK president, vice president, and treasurer of the Ono Island Ladies Club, treasurer, historian, ROBINSON and Emblem of the Sirens of the Sea Mardi Gras Krewe, has served on the board and been the Mardi Gras Queen of the Bon Temps Cabrix Mardi Gras Krewe. She’s a member and former board member of the South Baldwin Newcomers Club. Susan presently serves on the SPR committee of Orange Beach United Methodist Church.

Susan has traveled all over the U.S. as well as to England, Greece, Italy, France and places in the Caribbean. A few years ago, she organized and took a trip with 39 other ladies to Spain, Portugal and Morocco. She loves to travel and would love to see more of the United States.

At the end of the day, her therapy is her garden. She loves working in her yard and spends much of her precious time at home out puttering around the plants.

Susan Sizemore Her latest adventure was recently when she got to take a ride in a hot air balloon. “What a thrill,” she says. The experience allowed her to put a check next to RIDE IN A HOT AIR BALLOON on her bucket list.

Susan is a remarkable lady. What an honor to know her, and what a privilege it is to be able to call her a friend. We ON THE ISLAND are very fortunate that she is here. She is a valued member of the island community.

See GulfCoastNewsToday.com for the full article.

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Friday, July 4

Tuesday, July 8

Fort Morgan’s Salute to American Independence

2014 Blue Marlin Grand Championship of the Gulf

10 State Highway 180 W., Gulf Shores 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Historical interpreters will conduct special guided tours of the fortification throughout the day. There will also be artillery, small arms and other demonstrations.

Contact 251-540-7127.

Independence Day All-American BBQ Festival and Miss Firecracker Bikini Contest Flora-Bama Lounge and Package Store, Perdido Key Celebrate Independence Day at the Flora-Bama with an All American BBQ and watch some ladies compete for the title of Miss Firecracker.

Gulf Shores July 4th Celebration

6 – 9:30 p.m.

Gulf Shores Public Beach There will be carnival games and activities followed by the fireworks show. Sunny 105.7 FM will be broadcasting a patriotic musical element to coincide with the show.

For more information, call 251-968-1172.

Fort Morgan 4th Celebration

9 a.m. $7 adults, $5 seniors, $4 children Celebrate America’s birthday with Fort Morgan’s Salute to American Independence as historical interpreters conduct special guided tours. Guests will also see artillery, small arms and other demonstrations. For more information call 251-540-7127 or visit fortmorgan.org.

Saturday, July 5

Independence Day Celebration

6 p.m. $26.95 adult, $13.50 child in advance $32 and $16 on day of event Perdido Beach Resort A barbecue spread, fireworks, live music by the Tip Tops and more. For more information, call 251-981-9811 or visit perdidobeachresort.com.

Rewind Fest

7 p.m. $15 to $49.50 The Wharf in Orange Beach Rock out to tribute bands representing the likes of Led Zepplin, U2, Prince and more.

For more information, call 251-224-1000.

The Wharf Marina, Orange Beach In just a few short years, it’s become “The Greatest Show in Sportfishing,” and for good reason. From the Triple Crown Fighting Chair Challenge at the CrewFest Party and the Leader of the Pack Bimini Start to the Miss Billfish beauty pageant and presentation of millions of dollars in prize money, it’s a tournament that’s both tightly orchestrated and yet packed full of exciting events.

Contact 251-224-1900.

Saturday, July 19

Peter Frampton & The Doobie Brothers 8 p.m.

The Amphitheater at The Wharf 4673 Wharf Parkway, Orange Beach Contact 251-224-1020.

Ongoing events Every Saturday

Acoustic Guitar Group Lessons

Ages 12 and up Free 309 E. 21st Ave., Gulf Shores First Presbyterian Church Guitars will be available for use by students.

For more information, call 251-968-7720.

every Tuesday

Civil War Twilight Tours

All July $7 adults, $5 seniors, $4 children Fort Morgan State Historic Site Guests will observe historical interpreters portray life during the Civil War as the fort celebrates the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Mobile Bay. Each tour concludes with artillery firing. For more information, call 251-540-7127 or visit fortmorgan.org.

Through July 5

Summertide Theatre “All Shook Up”

8 p.m. $20 adults, $15 students South Baldwin Community Theatre, Gulf Shores This year’s musical is inspired by Elvis Presley featuring classics such as “Heartbreak Hotel,” “Jailhouse Rock” and “Don’t Be Cruel.” For more information, call 251-968-6721 or visit sbct.biz.

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GCAA Summer Fine Arts Camp

9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. $100, $75 for siblings Gulf Shores First Presbyterian The Gulf Coast Arts Alliance’s camp will include pottery, drama, acrylic painting and pastels, opera, storytelling, mosaics, dance and more.

For more information, call 251-978-8130 or 251-948-2627 or visit gulfcoastartsalliance.com.

July 2-Aug. 9

Art of Alabama Food Exhibit

Exhibit open Wednesday through Saturday 4 – 10 p.m.

The Compleat Studio at The Wharf, Orange Beach Celebrate the Art of Alabama Food with a gallery exhibit featuring 36 of the “100 Dishes to Eat in Alabama Before You Die.” Special events will include tastings, cooking demonstrations, book signings with some of Alabama’s best-known chefs and more. Sponsored by the Alabama Department of Tourism, Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Tourism, The Wharf and The Compleat Studio.

July 14-18

Orange Beach Digital Photography Class

9 a.m. – noon daily $99 Coastal Arts Center of Orange Beach Learn the intricacies of camera function, composition and editing during this week-long workshop. Photographer Nikki Paschen will utilize the picturesque grounds of the Coastal Arts Center of Orange Beach to instruct students about composition elements.

For more information, call 251-981-2787.

July 17, July 31 and Aug. 14

Southern Grace Celebrity Chef Dinners

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Registration is now open for full-time summer campers only. It is open to kids 3 to 13, before and after camp daycare available. Call 251-948-7275.

Tacky Jacks Activities

Throughout the summer, Tacky Jacks Gulf Shores is hosting activities to entertain the whole family.

All events begin at 11 a.m.

For more information, visit tackyjacks.com.

Tuesday

Hands on Habitat

Dates: 7/1, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29; 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Free Tacky Jack’s, Gulf Shores 240 E. 24th Ave., Gulf Shores A fun and educational hands on nature series. Kids and adults alike can learn about our ecosystem and interact with the animals that live here with us. Arrive 15 minutes early (no RSVP required). Call 251-948-8881.

Wednesday

Art al Fresco

Dates: 7/2, 7/8, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30 $12 kids, $15 adults and includes lunch. RSVP required.

Participate in painting, drawing, clay, jewelry and ductigami classes by the best local and regional artists around and enjoy special monthly live art demonstrations.

All Ages Lunch and Learn Class

11 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Arrive 15 minutes early (RSVP required, call in advance) Includes lunch fee: child or adult pricing depends on project (free for spectators).

Thursday

Coast 360 Beach Games

6 p.m. $143 or $181 Fisher’s in Orange Beach Featuring James Beard award-winning New Orleans-based chefs throughout the summer. Attendees can consume culinary concoctions from Sue Zemanich on July 17, John Besh on July 31 and John Currence on Aug. 14. For more information, call 251-981-7305 or visit fishersobm.com.

11 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Other Dates: 7/3, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31 Free for ages 6 – 11.

Tacky Jack’s, Gulf Shores Kids compete in relay races, challenges and brain teasers.

Includes a free lunch from Tacky Jacks, plus prizes for the winners. Parents compete in a game of water balloon dodgeball for prizes. Arrive 20 minutes early to ensure availability. For more information, call 251-948-8881.

Through Aug. 1

Friday

Kidcam Summer Camp

9 a.m. – 3 p.m. daily $50 per day, $135 per week, $1,200 for summer.

Gulf State Park, Gulf Shores Full summer and weekly camp sessions are available online for locals. Daily rates will be available for vacationers.

Oyster Bake Fridays 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Dates: 7/4, 7/11, 7/18, 7/25

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Continued from page 26 Enjoy a waterfront outdoor oyster bake with live music, corn hole, sand pile and fun and games. Delicious oysters grilled right in front of you with drink specials.

Gulf State Park Activities

20115 State Highway 135, Gulf Shores For more information, call 251-948-7275. $1 per vehicle to enter campground for all events unless otherwise noted.

Guided Nature Walk

July 1, 10:30 a.m. and July 21, 10:30 a.m.

Free Meet the park guide at the Gulf Oak Ridge Trail on State Road 2. This trail is ADA accessible and approximately 2 miles.

VIDEO: Crash: A Tale of Two Species

July 1, 1 p.m.

Nature Center A tale of a tiny shorebird and its dependence on one of earth’s most prehistoric creatures, the horseshoe crab.

Discovering Sea Turtles

July 2, 1 pm. and July 22, 1 p.m.

Free Gulf State Park Education building Learn all about nesting Loggerhead Sea Turtles found in Gulf State Park and along Alabama’s coast.

Guided Pier Walk

July 3, 10:30 a.m.

Free Meet the park guide near the concession stand. Learn about some of the local sea life and walk along the pier.

Nature Time

July 4, 1 p.m. and July 12, 10 a.m.

Gulf State Park Nature Center This one hour program is suited for people of all ages and allows you to get close and personal with some of the educational animals at the Nature Center.

Campground Dog Show

July 5, 10 a.m.

Nature Center Amphitheater Bring your dogs or just come to watch and support your favorite canine. Please make sure that your dog is on a leash and will get along with the other contestants.

Eagle Slide Show July 7, 10 a.m.

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Education Building Learn about the Bald Eagles of Gulf State Park.

Guided Pier Walk

July 8, 10 a.m. and July 25, 11 a.m.

Free Meet the park guide near the concession stand. Learn about some of the local sea life and walk along the pier.

VIDEO: Alien Deep

July 8, 1 p.m.

Nature Center This landmark five-part series follows legendary ocean explorer and discoverer of the Titanic, Dr. Robert Ballard as he examines Wrecks of the Abyss.

VIDEO: National Geographic: Sharks

July 9, 1 p.m.

Nature Center Meet these living symbols of terror face to face and learn the truth about these creatures of the deep.

Guided Beach Walk

July 10, 10 a.m. and July 17, 10 a.m. $5 per vehicle to park Beach Pavilion Learn about the coastal ecosystem. Then, meander along the shore looking for shells and learn about local sea life.

Snake Encounters

July 11, 1 p.m. and July 19, 1 p.m.

Gulf State Park Nature Center/Education Building Learn all about native snakes and get your picture touching a beautiful snake.

VIDEO: American Eagle

July 14, 10:30 a.m.

Nature Center Unique to North America, the bald eagle is the continent’s most recognizable aerial predator. In the 1960s, this symbol of the United States became an emblem of environmental degradation as the pesticide DDT and other human pressures brought it to the brink of extinction.

Owl Fun Facts

July 14, 1 p.m, Gulf State Park Nature Center Learn all about owls. Take a photo with a screech owl.

VIDEO: Clever Monkeys

July 16, 10:30 a.m.

Nature Center This video explores how smart monkeys are and how they interact with each other.

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VIDEO: Sea Turtle Odyssey

July 16, 1 p.m.

Nature Center What do we really know about these infamous black and white creatures?

July 24 1 p.m.

Nature Center In an effort to save the loggerhead sea turtles, expert Dr. Col Limpus is studying what happens to hatchlings after their birth on Australia’s beaches.

VIDEO: Supersize Crocs

VIDEO: The Lonliest Animals

July 21, 1 p.m.

Nature Center Tall tales of giant man-eating crocodiles inhabit a world between fact and fiction.

July 25, 1 p.m.

Nature Center.

Follow the plight of some creatures and the struggles of the dedicated conservationists who fight for them.

VIDEO: Gus the Alligator

July 22, 10:30 a.m.

Nature Center Join young Gus as he makes his way through miles of swamp in pursuit of his dream.

VIDEO: Cara the Sea Turtle

Turtle Hurdles

Butterflies in Flight

July 26, 1 p.m.

Nature Center Join Cara as she leaves her family’s nest for a trip across the Atlantic.

July 24, 10 a.m.

Nature Center Participate in a physically active simulation game to learn about the life and survival of loggerhead sea turtles.

July 28, 1 p.m.

Education building See their miraculous transformation and learn why these delicate insects have long entranced and inspired us.

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LIVE LOCAL MUSIC Catch Peter Frampton and The Doobie Brothers at The Amphitheater at The Wharf Saturday, July 19.

Karaoke

Gulf Shores

Tacky Jacks Thursday at 5:30 p.m.

Pink Pony Pub every night at 9 p.m.

Jalapenos Thu, Sat and Sun at 9 p.m.

Mudbugs Thu, Fri and Sat at 8 p.m.

Orange Beach

Island Times Daiquiri Bar every Thursday at 8 p.m.

Live Bait every night at 8 p.m.

Happy Harbor on the Line Wednesday at 6 p.m.

Undertow Wed - Fri at 9:30 p.m.

Open Mic

Gulf Shores

Tacky Jacks Wednesday at 5:30 p.m.

Orange Beach

Happy Harbor the Mothership Monday at 6 p.m.

Island Times Daiquiri Bar Tuesday with Brittany Bell at 9 p.m.

Live Bait Sunday at 8 p.m.

Perdido Key

Flora-Bama Monday at 6 p.m.

live music TUE 7.1

Gulf Shores

The Hangout Peek/DJ Sremba LuLu’s Category 4 Papa Rocco’s Smokey Otis and Mark LaBorde WED 7.2

Gulf Shores

The Hangout Category 4/Ellux Furor LuLu’s Bud Smith and Friends Papa Rocco’s Smokey Otis and Mark LaBorde

Orange Beach

Baumhower’s Destiny Brown

Bimini Bobs Greg Brown Compleat Angler Jay Williams Happy Harbor Charlie Wilson THU 7.3

Gulf Shores

The Hangout Cornbred/Adam Holt Band LuLu’s Meachum Motor Company ft.

Rebecca Barry Papa Rocco’s Logan Spicer and Mark LaBorde

Orange Beach

Ampitheater at The Wharf Dierks Bentley with the Brothers Osbourne Baumhower’s Jerry Powell Bimini Bobs Ric McArthur Compleat Angler Jay Williams Happy Harbor Jason Justice Island Times Daiquiri Bar Rusty Tabor/Shawna P. and Adam Brown Live Bait Blackberry Breeze FRI 7.4

Gulf Shores

The Hangout Mojiles/Foxy Iguanas LuLu’s Cornbred/Shawna P. Papa Rocco’s The Bama Boys Tacky Jacks Soulfood Junkies

Orange Beach

Baumhower’s Double D Bimini Bobs Jerry Powell Compleat Angler Tyler Champion Live Bait Blackberry Breeze

Looking for some live music?

The Gulf Coast has tons to offer in music and entertainment. This monthly guide will lead you to hot spots for karaoke, open mic, live music and more.

Email Destiny Brown to update or add listings at dbrown@gulfcoastnewspapers.com.

Bimini Bobs Jerry Powell Compleat Angler Greg Brown Happy Harbor Ryan Balthrop Island Times Daiquiri Bar Vertigo Haze Live Bait Blackberry Breeze SUN 7.6

THU 7.10

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The Hangout Jay Williams Band LuLu’s Greg Brown/Peek Papa Rocco’s The Bama Boys Tacky Jacks Sugarcane Jane

Orange Beach

The Hangout Cornbred/Adam Holt Band LuLu’s Kyle & Karl Papa Rocco’s Logan Spicer and Mark LaBorde

MON 7.7

Baumhower’s Jerry Powell Compleat Angler Jay Williams Happy Harbor Cowboy Johnson Island Times Daiquiri Bar Knee Deep Band Live Bait Whiskey Kiss

Baumhower’s Justin Forbes Bimini Bobs Tony Bowers Compleat Angler Destiny Brown Island Times Daiquiri Bar Rusty Tabor

Gulf Shores

FRI 7.11

TUE 7.8

Orange Beach

Gulf Shores

The Hangout Peek/DJ Sremba LuLu’s Adam Holt Papa Rocco’s Smokey Otis and Mark LaBorde

Gulf Shores

WED 7.9

Orange Beach

The Hangout Mario Mena Band/ Ellux Furor LuLu’s CoConut Radio Papa Rocco’s Smokey Otis and Mark LaBorde

Baumhower’s Tyler Champion

Orange Beach

Big O’s Chase Brown The Hangout The Investment/ Ellux Furor LuLu’s Brent Burns Papa Rocco’s Smokey Otis and Mark LaBorde

SAT 7.5 The Hangout Mojiles/Oak and Ash LuLu’s Rhythm Intevention/ Crowned Jewelz Papa Rocco’s The Bama Boys Tacky Jacks Chris-n-Chico

Baumhower’s Mike Eagen Bimini Bobs Greg Brown Compleat Angler Jay Williams Island Times Daiquiri Bar Rez Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar Craig Campbell

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The Hangout VooDoo Gumbo/ Foxy Iguanas LuLu’s Alvarado Road Show Papa Rocco’s The Bama Boys Tacky Jacks Tommy Morse Baumhower’s Double D Bimini Bobs Greg Brown Compleat Angler Tyler Champion Happy Harbor The Core Island Times Daiquiri Bar Logan Spicer Band Live Bait Whiskey Kiss Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar James Wesley SAT 7.12

Gulf Shores

The Hangout VooDoo Gumbo/Oak and Ash

GulfVisitorGuide.com LuLu’s Alvarado Road Show Papa Rocco’s The Bama Boys Tacky Jacks Pale Moon Rising

Orange Beach

Baumhower’s Tyler Champion Bimini Bobs Jerry Powell Compleat Angler Greg Brown Happy Harbor Jon Davis Island Times Daiquiri Bar Turbo Crab Live Bait Whiskey Kiss SUN 7.13

Gulf Shores

The Hangout Kyle and Karl/The Perry Wall LuLu’s Greg Brown Papa Rocco’s The Bama Boys Tacky Jacks Barstool Surfers

Orange Beach

Baumhower’s Justin Forbes Bimini Bobs Tony Bowers Compleat Angler Destiny Brown Happy Harbor Hannah Aldridge Live Bait DJ Aric Wilde MON 7.14

Gulf Shores

Big O’s Chase Brown The Hangout Peek/DJ Sremba LuLu’s Brent Burns Papa Rocco’s Smokey Otis and Mark LaBorde TUE 7.15

Gulf Shores

The Hangout Peek/DJ Sremba LuLu’s Grits N Pieces Papa Rocco’s Smokey Otis and Mark LaBorde WED 7.16

Gulf Shores

The Hangout Category 4/Ellux Furor LuLu’s Cool Rayz Papa Rocco’s Smokey Otis and Mark LaBorde

Orange Beach

Baumhower’s Mike Eagen Bimini Bobs Greg Brown Compleat Angler Jay Williams Happy Harbor Hannah Wallace THU 7.17

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Bimini Bobs Ric McArthur Compleat Angler Jay Williams Happy Harbor Lee Yankie Duo Island Times Daiquiri Bar Shiny Objects Live Bait Grand Theft Auto FRI 7.18

Gulf Shores

The Hangout Jamie Bergeron and the Kickin’ Cajuns/Foxy Iguanas LuLu’s The Nashville Gang Papa Rocco’s The Bama Boys Tacky Jacks Alvarado Road Show

Orange Beach

Baumhower’s Double D Bimini Bobs Greg Brown Compleat Angler Tyler Champion Happy Harbor Rez Island Times Daiquiri Bar Jay Williams Band Live Bait Grand Theft Auto Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar James Wesley SAT 7.19

Gulf Shores

The Hangout Jamie Bergeron and the Kickin’ Cajuns/Shiny Objects LuLu’s Sarah Percy/The Nashville Gang Papa Rocco’s The Bama Boys Tacky Jacks Alvarado Road Show

Orange Beach

Ampitheater at The Wharf Peter Frampton and The Doobie Brothers Baumhower’s Tyler Champion Bimini Bobs Jerry Powell Compleat Angler Greg Brown Happy Harbor Turbo Crab Island Times Daiquiri Bar Vertigo Haze Live Bait Grand Theft Auto SUN 7.20

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The Hangout Jay Williams Band/The Perry Wall LuLu’s Greg Brown/Blind Dog Mike and The Howlers Papa Rocco’s The Bama Boys MON 7.21

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The Hangout Cornbred/Adam Holt Band LuLu’s CoConut Radio Papa Rocco’s Logan Spicer and Mark LaBorde

Big O’s Chase Brown The Hangout The Investment/ Ellux Furor LuLu’s Brent Burns Papa Rocco’s Smokey Otis and Mark LaBorde

Orange Beach

TUE 7.22

Gulf Shores

Baumhower’s Jerry Powell

Gulf Shores

The Hangout Banditos/DJ Sremba LuLu’s Adam Holt Papa Rocco’s Smokey Otis and Mark LaBorde WED 7.23

Gulf Shores

The Hangout Banditos/Ellux Furor LuLu’s The Deluxe Trio Papa Rocco’s Smokey Otis and Mark LaBorde

Orange Beach

Baumhower’s Mike Eagen Bimini Bobs Greg Brown Compleat Angler Jay Williams Happy Harbor Charlie Wilson THU 7.24

Gulf Shores

The Hangout Cornbred/Adam Holt Band LuLu’s Kyle and Karl Papa Rocco’s Logan Spicer and Mark LaBorde

Orange Beach

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Live Bait The Ayers Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar Johnny T. SUN 7.27

Gulf Shores

The Hangout Kyle and Karl/The Perry Wall LuLu’s Greg Brown/Redfield Papa Rocco’s The Bama Boys Tacky Jacks Damien Lamb

Orange Beach

Baumhower’s Justin Forbes Bimini Bobs Tony Bowers Compleat Angler Destiny Brown MON 7.28

Gulf Shores

Big O’s Chase Brown The Hangout The Investment/ Ellux Furor LuLu’s Brent Burns Papa Rocco’s Smokey Otis and Mark LaBorde TUE 7.29

Baumhower’s Jerry Powell Bimini Bobs Ric McArthur Compleat Angler Jay Williams Happy Harbor Rez Island Times Daiquiri Bar Strictly Isbell Live Bait The Ayers

Gulf Shores

FRI 7.25

WED 7.30

Gulf Shores

The Hangout Mojiles/Foxy Iguanas LuLu’s Sugarcane Jane Papa Rocco’s The Bama Boys Tacky Jacks Charlie and Mel

Orange Beach

Baumhower’s Double D Bimini Bobs Jerry Powell Compleat Angler Al & Kathy Happy Harbor Ryan Balthrop Island Times Daiquiri Bar Turbo Crab Live Bait The Ayers SAT 7.26

Gulf Shores

The Hangout Mojiles/Oak and Ash LuLu’s Shawna P. Papa Rocco’s The Bama Boys Tacky Jacks Tommy Morse

Orange Beach

Baumhower’s Tyler Champion Bimini Bobs Jerry Powell Compleat Angler Greg Brown Happy Harbor Hotel Oscar Island Times Daiquiri Bar Logan Spicer Band

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The Hangout Peek/DJ Sremba LuLu’s Lee and the Hellz Yeah Papa Rocco’s Smokey Otis and Mark LaBorde

Orange Beach

Happy Harbor Christina Christian

Gulf Shores

The Hangout Mario Mena Band/ Ellux Furor LuLu’s Jimmy Lumpkin Papa Rocco’s Smokey Otis and Mark LaBorde

Orange Beach

Baumhower’s Mike Eagen Bimini Bobs Greg Brown Compleat Angler Jay Williams Happy Harbor Rez THU 7.31

Gulf Shores

The Hangout Cornbred/Adam Holt Band LuLu’s Crowned Jewelz Papa Rocco’s Logan Spicer and Mark LaBorde

Orange Beach

Baumhower’s Jerry Powell Bimini Bobs Ric McArthur Compleat Angler Jay Williams Happy Harbor Lee Yankie Duo Live Bait Arizona Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar Katie Armiger

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251-981-6979 (City Hall) (Mon.-Fri. 8am-5pm)

251-980-INFO (City Infoline) 251-981-SURF Daily Beach Report www.cityoforangebeach.com

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which is being seen daily around the world

Frequently Asked Questions 1) Tents (no larger than a 10x10 ft.) are allowed on the beach, but they have to be placed behind (North of) the designated sign marker post and should be removed before night.

Tents cannot be placed between the sign post and the Gulf of Mexico. This is for designated emergency and safety access.

2) Pets are not allowed on the beach on the Gulf of Mexico or surrounding islands (Robinson, Bird, Walker). However they are allowed at the designated city Dog Park on Canal Rd. (Hwy 180) next to Sportsman Marina. All dogs should remain on a leash within the city limits.

3) Glass in any form (bottle, cup, container, etc.) is strictly prohibited on our beaches and islands.

4) A yellow or green flag posted along gulf beaches means to use caution while swimming in the gulf waters and is permitted.

A red flag means danger and one should not swim in the waters.

Double red flags mean that swimming in the waters is prohibited by law.

Purple means WARNING! A jellyfish or other marine threat.

5) All trails and parks are free and open from daylight to dusk 7 days a week.

6) Fires or flames are strictly prohibited on the beach. This includes grills, tiki-torches, lanterns, open fire pits, candles, fireworks, etc.

7) Jet skis, boats, and any other motorized vessels, are prohibited from launching along the gulf front beaches.

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You’ll love our greens.

9 Hole Par 3 Course Open to the Public Tee times not required

Lighted Driving Range Covered mats • Practice bunker

Daily Green Fees: $15.00 to walk 9 $20.00 to ride 9

Play all day for $30.00 Membership & Lessons Available

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Winding through thousands of acres of natural habitat is the Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail. Come discover the beauty and diversity of over 10 miles of 6 paved trails and 6 distinct ecosystems that make up this multi-purpose trail.

• New boulder park for kids • Eco-tours • Geo-caching fun for the family • Butterfly Garden • Screened pavilion • Wildlife sightings • Miles of trails for walking, running and biking

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Coastal Arts Center Of Orange Beach F E A T U R I N G

Gallery Hours: M-F 9am – 4pm Sat 9am – 2pm

Glass & Clay Artist Demonstrations Make-Your-Own Classes Available ~ Birthday parties, weddings and special events ~

Digital Photography Workshop

Pre-School Creative Workshop

7 – 12 Grades

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REGISTER ONLINE

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CoastalArtsCenter.com 26389 Canal Rd. • Orange Beach, AL 251-981-ARTS (2787)

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Fourth of July Photos submitted by the Coastal Photography Club.

For more information contact Capt. Mark Robinson at 251-540-7463 or Margret Hildreth at 850-457-8656.

Janice Mason

Margret Hildreth

Gary Gaston

July Wildlife

Photos by Chase Brown

Jeane Carlson

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GCAA Summer Fine Arts Camp promotes youth creativity

“While pottery classes continue to be ‘hands down’ the most popular activity of both past and upcoming fine arts camps, students are also always delightfully surprised to learn just how much fun the world of opera is,” said GCAA performing arts coordinator, Pam Winstead.

This year's GCAA Summer Fine Arts Camp, Kaleidoscope, will be no different.

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Among those singing will be baritone, Andre Chiang, a Manhattan School of Music graduate, who has sang in opera houses across the country. Chiang Chiang has also been the recipient of numerous awards, including Regional Finalist for the Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions, the La Grange Symphony Orchestra Young Artists Competition Winner and the Verdi Award winner in the Orpheus Voice Competition.

Also singing will be soprano, Tjaden O’Dowd Cox, who made an early debut at Carnegie Hall with the Mobile Singing Children. She later received a bachelor of music from James Madison UniverCox sity and has

OPERA will be giving a high energy, interactive performance, specially crafted to suit the tastes of the youthful audience.

Utilizing a play on the words ‘create’ and ‘crate,’ CReATING OPERA is the Educational Program for Youth through which the organization packs opera into a crate of boxes, and brings it to the doorsteps of young audiences.

performed throughout this country, as well as Germany and China. When she's not performing, Tjaden teaches music and enjoys aerial silk dancing.

Stacey Driskell is the Director of Education and Community Outreach for Mobile Opera. In her role as educator, Mrs. Driskell manages choral programs for schools and produces numerous events for Driskell audience development as well as handling marketing for Mobile Opera. Known to Central Gulf Coast audiences as a popular singer, actor and musician, she has performed in opera and musical theatre throughout the area. Stacey was recently recognized for her community leadership as one of Mobile Bay’s “40 Under 40.”

The camp is a partnership between the Gulf Coast Arts Alliance and the First Presbyterian Church of Gulf Shores. The goal of this camp is to give young people a unique glimpse into the world of fine arts by participating in both hands-on classes and viewing several professional performances. The camp encompasses all realms of the fine arts, including several mediums of visual art (pottery, pastels, acrylics and

if you go WHAT: GCAA Summer Fine Arts Camp WHEN: Monday, July 7 – Friday, July 11 WHERE: Gulf Shores First Presbyterian TIME: 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

COST: $100, $75 for siblings

mosaics), different m u - sical genres, dance, drama and literature.

Offered to those entering second through eighth grade in the fall, students will be able to indicate class preference, but will also be exposed to all of the arts through the performances.

Other performers will include Gulf Shores native Basch Jernigan on guitar, Gulf Coast favorite Kayla Dowling, pianist and teacher, nationally acclaimed storyteller, Pat Nease, and more.

The Gulf Coast Arts Alliance serves as an umbrella organization for the fine arts in our community. In addition to the Summer Fine Arts Camp, programs and events now include the Art Market, which is held on the first Saturday of almost every month at Meyer Park, the Hettie “Tutta” Memorial Scholarship Program, visual art classes, and more.

The Gallery, filled with artwork representing artists from all over our region, has recently opened its doors on East 24th Avenue, across from Acme Oyster House in the new Waterway Village.

Both full and partial scholarships are available for the camp; please inquire.

For more information and/or camp registration forms, please visit our website at gulfcoastartsalliance. com call 251-978-8130.

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if you go WHAT: Gulf Adventure Center at Gulf State Park and Hummingbird Zipline WHERE: 21101 State Highway 135, Gulf Shores PHONE: 877-947-8434 or 251-948-9494 WEBSITE: gulfadventurecenter.com

By Destiny Brown The Gulf Adventure Center is located within Gulf State Park on Lake Shelby and overlooks the white sand beaches of the Coast. Gulf State Park is 6,150 acres of camping, swimming, coastal wildlife and outdoor adventures for the whole family.

Hummingbird Ziplines

Zip for more than a mile above beautiful views of the Gulf Coast from up to 90-feet in the air. Before each trip, guests are instructed through a brief ground school to learn safety procedures and to meet their two adventure guides. The adventure includes zipping above Lake Shelby, incredible views of the Coast beaches and wildlife sightings native to the area. Each trip is approximately two hours. There will be two professional photographers following each trip down the ziplines for a complete photo package at the end of your trip.

Paddle boarding

Park visitors are welcome to try paddle boarding.

Lake Shelby's clear, calm waters make a ideal place for the popular stand-up sport. Paddle boarding provides a full body work out.

Rental Rates 1 hour - $21 plus tax 4 hours - $44 plus tax 8 hours - $66 plus tax

Kayaking

Kayaks are available for rent at the Gulf Adventure Center. Visitors are welcome to take their adventure through the State Park lakes for an incredible view of the nature in the park.

Rental Rate Single Kayak 1 hour - $10 plus tax 4 hours - $30 plus tax 8 hours - $45 plus tax Double Kayak 1 hour - $18 plus tax 4 hours - $42 plus tax 8 hours - $62 plus tax The park also offers grills, picnic tables, swings, restrooms and other amenities.

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For those up for a more challenging water exercise, paddle board yoga is offered in clear Lake Shelby at The Gulf Adventure Center.

“The classes are great for beginner and experienced yogis,” said Hanna Radcliff, Glow yoga instructor.

“Neither paddle board or yoga experience are necessary.”

Bring sunscreen, a swim suit and a towel, and prepare for a morning on the water.

“I encourage everyone to try it out,” Radcliff said. “It’s such a unique experience being out on the lake and in nature. It challenges you physically and teaches you to bring a playful aspect to your yoga practice. It also brings you out of your comfort zone if you’ve never been on a board or practiced in a studio.”

The instructors are Hanna Radcliff, Brooke Nisbet and Jackie Trimble. For more information and to sign up, visit glow-yoga.com.

photos by abby schmitt

Paddleboard Yoga

WHAT: Paddle Board Yoga When: Saturdays at 10-11:30 a.m.

Where: Gulf Adventure Center, Gulf Shores Cost: 90 minute classes are $20.

Bring a board or rent one from GAC for $12.

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Assembly of God CHRISTIAN LIFE CHURCH 25550 Canal Rd, Orange Beach 967-4840 www.christianlifechurch.tv

GULFWAY CHURCH

541 Cotton Creek Dr. (Co. Rd. 4), Gulf Shores 968-6858 www.gulfwaychurch.com

Baptist FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF GULF SHORES

Catholic OUR LADY OF THE GULF CATHOLIC CHURCH

308 East 22nd Ave, Gulf Shores 968-7062 www.ourladyofthegulfal.org

ST. THOMAS-BY-THE-SEA

26547 Perdido Beach Blvd., Orange Beach 981-8132 www.stthomasbythesea.org

Church of Christ CHURCH OF CHRIST OF GULF SHORES

2200 West First St., Gulf Shores 968-7369

2414 W. 1st St, Gulf Shores 968-7769 www.gulfshoreschurchofchrist.org

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF ORANGE BEACH

Episcopal HOLY SPIRIT EPISCOPAL CHURCH

4773 Bay Circle, Orange Beach 981-4288 www.firstbaptistorangebeach.com

616 Fort Morgan Rd, Gulf Shores 968-5988 www.holyspiritepiscopalgulfshores.com

FISHERMEN BAPTIST CHURCH

ST. PETER’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH

17101 River Rd., Bon Secour 949-6387 www.fomm.org

FRIENDSHIP BAPTIST CHURCH 7159 County Rd. 10, Bon Secour 949-6486

ISLAND FELLOWSHIP BAPTIST CHURCH 28290 Canal Rd, Orange Beach 980-1005

LAGOON BAPTIST CHURCH

17867 State Hwy 180 W., Gulf Shores 968-7057 www.lagoonbc.com

OYSTER BAY BAPTIST CHURCH, SBC 4280 Plash Rd., Gulf Shores 968-7805 www.oysterbaybaptist.org

ROMAR BEACH BAPTIST CHURCH 23370 Perdido Beach Blvd., Orange Beach 981-8959 www.romarbeach.org

SHELL BANKS BAPTIST CHURCH 12125 State Hwy 180, Gulf Shores 540-7136

6270 Bon Secour Hwy, Bon Secour 949-6254

Greek Orthodox ST. ATHANASIOS GREEK ORTHODOX CHAPEL 220 E. 20th Ave, Gulf Shores 967-2020 stathanasios.al.goarch.org

Lutheran GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH-ELCA 491 West 23rd Ave, Gulf Shores 968-5991

PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH 8250 Roscoe Rd., Gulf Shores 974-2545

ST. JUDE’S BY THE SEA LUTHERAN CHURCH 312 E. 16th Ave, Gulf Shores 968-5833

Methodist - United GULF SHORES UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

1900 Gulf Shores Pkwy, Gulf Shores 968-2411 www.gulfshoresumc.org

MORGAN’S CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Hwy 10, across from Swift School, Bon Secour 949-7400

ORANGE BEACH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

28751 Canal Rd., Orange Beach 981-6751 www.orangebeachumc.org

Non-Denominational IGLESIA CASA DE LUZ Companerismo Cristiano 225 E. 24th Ave, Gulf Shores 948-3467

SAFE HARBOR HOUSE OF PRAYER Multi-Culture Full Gospel 7320 Bon Secour Hwy, Bon Secour 223-3615

ST. ANDREW BY THE SEA, A COMMUNITY CHURCH

17263 Ft. Morgan Rd, Gulf Shores 968-3900 www.standrewbythesea.org

Presbyterian FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (USA) OF GULF SHORES 309 East 21st Ave., Gulf Shores 968-7720 www.gspres.com

GRACE FELLOWSHIP PCA 19470 Co. Rd. 6, Gulf Shores 968-5302 www.gracefellowship-pca.com

ORANGE BEACH PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

26640 Canal Rd, Orange Beach 981-4220 www.orangebeachpresbyterian.org

CHRISTIAN SERVICE CENTER

PROGRAMS: Emergency Aid, Food Pantry, Ozanam Charitable Pharmacy and Meals on Wheels.

317 Dolphin Ave., Gulf Shores 968-5256 www.cscgs.com

DINING GUIDE

Hanging out at the beach can make you hungry. When it does, head out to one of our remarkable Gulf Shores and Orange Beach restaurants. With the world’s best inshore and offshore deep sea fishing, you’ll find that succulent, fresh-off-the-boat seafood is the order of the day.

Of course, you don’t have to have seafood! You’ll find plenty of restaurants in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach serving barbecue, steak, Italian, Japanese, Mexican, pizza, deli-style sandwiches and more.

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Local Flavors

Marinated Cucumber Salad Compliments of Kitty’s Kafe; recipe submitted by Bill Howard Ingredients n 12 cucumbers (if small, use 16) n 1 3/4 cup diced red bell pepper n 1 3/4 cup diced green pepper n 1 1/4 cup diced roma tomatoes n 1 1/4 cup diced red onion n 3 tablespoons lemon pepper seasoning n 1 3/4 cup italian dressing Preparation Dice tomatoes and vegetables and add to mixing bowl.

Peel cucumbers and remove ends. Cut in half down length of the cucumber and use soup spoon to scrape seeds from center.

Discard seeds, cut cucumbers into bite sized pieces.

Add to mixing bowl.

Sprinkle with lemon

ABOUT THE CAFE Kitty’s Kafe is one of the few places at the beach that specializes in down-home Southern cooking. Serving up favorites such as meatloaf, mashed potatoes, freshly baked vegetable casseroles and a variety of home away from home dishes, Kitty’s Kafe provides a comfortable atmosphere as well as a friendly staff. Cobblers to pies and an old fashioned breakfast can also be found daily at Kitty’s .

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Pour dressing over mixture and toss until ingredients are well covered.

If mixture seems dry, add additional dressing a 1/3 cup at a time until desired consistency is reached.

Kitty’s Kafe

WHERE: Pelican Place at 800 Gulf Shores Pkwy #100, Gulf Shores PHONE: 251-948-5233 HOURS: 6 a.m. – 7 p.m.

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Sandwiches • Ice Cream Smoothies Hamburgers Hot Dogs • Chili Dogs

Hamburger:

$5.89 / Combo $9.49

Cheeseburger: $6.49 / Combo $9.65 Bacon Cheeseburger:

Double Cheeseburger: Hot Dog:

Hot Dog Sliders

$6.89 Combo $9.89

$8.49 Combo $11.65

$2.95 / Combo $6.95 (3) $3.50 Combo $7.50

Cheese Dog:

$3.95 / Combo $7.95

Corn Dog:

$2.19 / Combo $5.95

Chili Cheese Dog:

$4.95 Combo $8.95

Pecan/Cranberry Chicken Salad on Croissant $4.99 / Combo $6.99 Chicken Tenders: Plain or Spicy

(2) $4.19 Combo $7.19 (4) $6.19 / Combo $9.19

Home-style Chicken Breast Chunks: $4.99 Mini Chicken Tacos:

$5.99 for 10

BLT with or without mayo: Grilled Cheese:

Nachos – n – cheese: Cheesesticks:

Fried Mac-n-cheese: Funnel Cake Fries: Fried Pickles:

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Choose Your Fries: $2.95 French Fries, Tator Tots, Onion Rings Chili Cheese Fries: Load Your Fries:

$4.95 $7.95

(cheese, chili, bacon, sour cream, jalapenos)

Combos include your choice of fries & small fountain drink.

Fountain Drinks: small / 16oz: $1.50 medium / 24oz: $1.95 large / 32 oz: $2.75

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Meet me at at The Wharf APPETIZERS

Spinach & Artichoke Dip Smoked Tuna Dip Fried Calamari Tomato and Shrimp

OYSTERS

Oyster Florentine Oysters Bienville Roasted Garlic and Parmesan *Oysters on the Half Shell $6/dozen

SALADS

Pecan & Pear Herbed Goat Cheese Fried Oyster Caesar Garden Salad Classic Caesar

FULL BAR ON PREMISES CATERING SERVICES AVAILABLE

Join Us! Monthly Wine Dinners

$35 Four Wines Four Tasting Courses

Beer Pairings

SOUPS

$30 Four Distinctive Brews Four Food Pairings

SANDWICHES

Ask about our featured brewery!

Seafood Gumbo Shrimp & Artichoke Bisque

(All Sandwiches Served with Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, a Pickle Spear & Your Choice of Fries or Colesalaw)

Buffalo Chicken Sandwich Blackened Chicken Sandwich Shrimp or Fish Poboy Oyster Poboy *Ginny Lane Burger

STEAKS

*Bacon Wrapped Petite Filet *Filet Oscar *New York Strip Steak

THE WHARF

4780 Wharf Parkway, Orange Beach, AL 36561

251-224-6500 www.ginnylanebargrill.com

All ingredients are purchased as local & fresh as possible from sustainable farms, dairies and fisheries from responsible USA vendors.

All fried or grilled foods may come in contact with shellfish

ENTREES

Bayou Grouper Stuffed Flounder Shrimp & Grits Crab Cakes Blackened Chicken Fried Seafood Platter Shrimp or Oyster or Flounder

BROILED

Royal Reds or Shrimp or Flounder Combo Platter

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(Served with Roasted Red Skin Potatoes, Cole Slaw, Corn Cob, Fresh Lemon & Drawn Butter)

1 lb. Snow Crab Legs 1 lb. Royal Reds

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French Fries, Cole Slaw, Mashed Potatoes, Steamed Broccoli, Sauteed Vegetables, Mushroom Risotto, Southern Style Grits, Roasted Red Skin Potatoes, Green Beans Grilled Asparagus, Fried Green Tomatoes Become a fan!

Follow Us On Instagram at ginnylanebag Menu Subject to Change

*Consuming raw or uncooked meat, seafood or shellfish may cause potential health risk

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“The Best Steamed Seafood Available” SINCE 1989 251.948.6344 www.GulfShoresSteamer.com

Located at 27267 Perdido Beach Blvd. #115, Orange Beach, AL in SanRoc Cay

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27267 Perdido Beach Blvd. #115, Orange Beach, AL in SanRoc Cay www.GulfShoresSteamer.com

Appetizer Selection

*Steamed Oysters *Raw Oysters Seafood Gumbo, Crawfish Corn Chowder or Spicy Cajun Jambalaya Steamed Royal Red Shrimp Fresh Steamed Mussels Smoked Tuna or Shrimp Dip Blue Crab Claws Crab Cakes • Shrimp Skewer

Salads

Shrimp Salad • Cobb Salad

Sandwiches

Served with chips and all the fixin’s

*Hot & Juicy Hamburger *Tuna Sandwich Chicken Sandwich Hot Dog Grilled PoBoy’s *Steak Sandwich Crab Delight Grilled Cheese

Land Lover’s

Served with corn, potato and cole slaw

*Filet Mignon *Ribeye Steak Grilled Chicken Garden Steamer

Gettin’ Steamed Platters

“VOTED BEST VALUE” All Platters & Combos Are Served with corn, Potato and Cole Slaw

Bay Steamer Ocean Steamer Small Steamer

Desserts

Key Lime Pie French Silk Chocolate Pie New York Style Cheesecake

A la Carte

Shrimp Skewer Snow Crab Cluster Lobster Tail

Crawling Combos Royal Red Shrimp Alaskan Snow Crab Shrimp & Crab Combo *Shrimp & Oysters The Crab Bowl “Bucket O’ Reds”

Fresh Fish Selection

Served with corn, potato and cole slaw Extra For Blackened Seasoning

Red Fish, Mahi-Mahi, Tilapia, Whitefish or Our Fresh Catch *Yellowfin Tuna Crab Cakes Stuffed Fish

The “Little Shrimp” Selection Served with Chips

Sides

Cole Slaw, Corn or New Potatoes Cauliflower or Broccoli

Beverages

Coke, Diet Coke, Dr. Pepper, Sprite, Vault, Lemonade, Iced Tea

Wines

By The Glass, By The Bottle, Premium Bottle Merlot, White Zinfandel, Chardonnay, Cabernet, Pinot Grigio

Beer

Domestic Bottle Premium Bottle Domestic Draft By The Glass Premium Draft By The Glass Domestic Pitcher Premium Pitcher

Frozen Daiquiri

Strawberry, Pina Colada, Banana, Peach, Tequila sunrise, Margarita, Amaretto Orange Blossom, (Non-Alcoholic Daiquiri)

4 Oz. Burger • Hot Dog Grilled Chicken Fingers Grilled Cheese • (2)PB & J *All Prices Are Subject To Change Without Notice Due to Market and Availability* We Serve Our Food Hot & Fresh, So Please Allow Time For A Quality Product Consumer Information: consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions, such as chronic illness of the liver or blood, or have immune disorders.

*Cooked To Order Items are Identified by Asterisks.

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251.981.RIBS (7427)

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Moe’s Original Bar B Que offers a New Meaning to Beach BBQ

NEW HOURS: 11am - 9pm, 7 Days A Week Shoes are NOT Required, or expected.

Moe's Original Bar-B-Que smokes fresh meat daily.

We operate on a first come first serve basis....SO when it's gone it's gone!

However, a 24 hour notice guarantees any large orders.

If the pit house is smokin’, we’re open!

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Served with cornbread, two sides and a drink Pulled Pork Smoked Chicken Smoked Turkey Chicken Wings Catfish • Ribs - sm / lg

Sides (6oz.)

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• Appetizers • Steamed Seafood • Award-winning Pizza Specialty Pizzas • Pasta • Oysters: Suck ‘em down RAW on the Half Shell or

Steam ‘em up with a ‘lil drawn butter & lemon • Award-Winning Oyster Specialties: • Hot Shucks Cajun • Baked • Alfredo • Rockyfeller • Parmesan • Fiesta

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Visit our website for our current nightly music line up!

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Papa’s Specialties

* To Go Orders Welcome *

Cajun Oysters (Whooee!)

Oysters Alfredo Oysters Fiesta

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Every Thursday, Prime Ribs 5 p.m. til (Jan. 1-March 1)................................................$11.25

(With purchase of a beverage. Dine in only. No plate sharing)

Monday’s, Oyster Stew (Jan. 1 - March 1)......................................................................$5.95 Tuesday’s, Salmon Patties, white sauce, Potatoes & Beans (Jan. 1-March 1) ................$6.95 Wednesday and Sunday, all you can eat Spaghetti (Nov. 1-March 1) all day ...................$5.75

Winter Specials 4 to 7pm

add Meatballs ...................................$1.50 add Sausage..................................... $1.50 add Meatballs & Sausage..................$3.00

Served With Garlic Bread Seafood Pasta .....................................$13.95 Fettuccine Alfredo .........................$8.95 Baked Ravioli.......................................$11.95 Chicken Alfredo ...........................$11.95 Manicotti .............................................$11.95 Shrimp Alfredo ............................$13.95 substitute Alfredo Sauce..............$2.00 Lasagna (Papa’s Favorite)...........$12.95 Italian Combo Dinner ...........................$14.75 Spaghetti .......................................$7.95

Mama’s Italian Specialties

Who’s Your Daddy Burger! Try it we DARE YOU! ..........................................................$15.95 Rocky’s Knock Out Burger.................$ 7.95 Ultimate Chicken Sandwich....................$9.95 Add Bacon...............................................1.00 Grilled Chicken Sandwich.......................$8.95 Add Bleu Cheese Crumbles...................... 75¢ Reuben ..................................................$9.95 Alpine Burger ....................................$ 8.95 Hot Dog .................................................$4.25 Patty Melt .........................................$ 9.95 Coney Island Chili Dog ...........................$5.95 Meatball Sandwich ............................$ 8.95 Baked French Onion Sou ........................$6.50 Italian Sausage Sandwich..................$ 8.95 Bowl Chili ..............................................$5.50 French Dip.........................................$ 8.95 Baked Chili ............................................$6.75 Philly Cheese Steak...........................$ 9.95 BLT........................................................$6.25 Papa’s Prime Steak Sandwich ......... $10.95

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10” SMALL

(Mushrooms, green peppers, onions, black & green olives, tomatoes, and mozzarella cheese)

Vegetarian Style...................................$10.95............................................................$14.95

(Artichoke hearts, sun-dried tomatoes, onion, feta cheese, mozzarella & pesto)

Artichoke, Sun-dried Tomato................$16.25............................................................$19.25

(Alfredo sauce, mozzarella cheese, shrimp, scallops, mushrooms, onions & broccoli)

Seafood Primavera Pizza.....................$16.25 ............................................................$19.25

(Whole slice tomato, bacon, feta, onion and pesto)

Flying Tomato......................................$16.95 ............................................................$19.95

10” SMALL

Papa’s Specialty Pizza

Add Shrimp:.........................................$ 2.75...............................................................$3.75

(Pepperoni, onions, sausage, green peppers, mushrooms, beef, ham, black & green olives)

Price Buster Pizza...............................$12.95.............................................................$16.96

(Pepperoni, onions, sausage, green peppers, mushrooms)

Papa Delux Pizza.................................$10.95 ............................................................$14.95

Pepperoni, sausage, onions, green peppers, mushrooms, beef, black or green olive, ham, hot pepper rings, anchovies, extra cheese, fresh tomatoes, bacon, sauerkraut, Canadian Bacon, pineapple, French and ranch dressing.

Our Great Cheese Pizza.......................$6.95.................................................................$9.95 Each Item............................................$1.30.................................................................$1.65

10” SMALL

Papa’s Pizza

Snow Crab (1.5 lb.).....................................................................................................$23.50 Royal Reds (1 lb. seasonal)......................................................................................... $18.75 Combo Reds & Crabs (2 lbs) ......................................................................................$25.50

SERVED WITH GARLIC BREAD AND COLESLAW

Papa’s Steamed Specials

Caesar Salad..................................Side $5.95 Dinner ..........................................$6.95 add Chicken $1.95 add Shrimp $2.95 Spinach Artichoke Dip....................................................................................................$8.75 Stuffed Mushrooms (3).................................................................................................$8.95 Oysters Picard (3).........................................................................................................$9.95 Garlic Bread (2) $2.75..........Cheese Bread (2) $3.50................... Add Marinara Sauce $.75 Boil Shrimp Small (6oz.) $8.25................. Large (12 oz.) $13.75 Papa’s Wings With Ranch Dressing (6) $6.50.....................(12) $9.50 ...........(25) $16.75 Potato Skins (Choose any three toppings) ...................................................................$9.95 Combo Platter: 3 Wings, 2 Stuffed Mushrooms, 3 Skins ..............................................$11.50 Nachos -- Best In Town Round 1: Cheese............................................................................................................$5.95 Round 2: Chili & Cheese.................................................................................................$7.95 Round 3: Chili, Cheese, Black Olives, Onions & Green Pepper ........................................$8.95

Italian Garden Salad ......................................................................................................$4.75

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Complimentary Ice Tea and Bread Served with All Dine in Lunch Entrees.

Add House or Caesar Salad 3.25 Substitute Salad for side dish 1.75 Po-Boy Sandwich 8.99 Cheeseburger 7.99 Crab Cake Po-Boy 10.99

Cheese, Italian, Thousand Island, French, Low-Fat Ranch, Raspberry Vinaigrette, Balsamic Vinegar, Balsamic Vinaigrette, Sesame Asian, Oil & Vinegar

Riviera Salad - with pecan chicken tenders - with chicken tenders - with boiled shrimp - with grilled or blackened chicken Caesar Salad - w/grilled or blackened chicken - w/boiled shrimp Gumbo & Salad - a cup of Seafood Gumbo and our Bisque & Salad Seafood favoriteS

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(Served with your choice of two side dishes)

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